What to Expect in the Courtroom | Boulder Criminal Defense Lawyer Podcast Ep. 5

Most people's only picture of a criminal courtroom comes from TV. And almost all of it is wrong. In this episode, Janene McCabe pulls back the curtain on what really happens in a courtroom, from your first appearance before a judge to how trials are actually structured, why most cases never reach a verdict, and what she wishes every client knew before stepping inside. Episode 5 covers what to wear and what to avoid wearing to court, how to conduct yourself in front of a judge, what to do when emotions take over, how the prosecution and defense each play their role during a criminal trial, the biggest misconceptions people have from TV and movies, why most criminal cases resolve before trial ever begins, and why Janeine chose criminal defense as her career. Janene McCabe is a Boulder criminal defense attorney and courtroom litigator who has taken nearly 100 cases to trial across municipal, county, and district courts in Colorado. She breaks down the criminal justice system in plain language so that anyone facing charges or an investigation knows exactly what to do and what not to do. If you need legal help or want to learn more about how Janene McCabe can assist you, visit our practice areas page: https://www.mccabe-law.net/practice/  TIMESTAMPS  0:00 Intro  0:14 Welcome and episode overview  1:00 What to expect when appearing in court  1:27 What not to wear to court  1:58 What not to say to a judge  2:16 What to do if you are feeling emotional or overwhelmed in court  3:19 How criminal trials actually work  3:58 What TV gets wrong about criminal trials  5:01 Why most criminal cases resolve before trial  5:52 Why Janene McCabe chose criminal defense as a career If you are facing criminal charges or want to understand your options, visit our practice areas page to learn how Janene McCabe can help: https://www.mccabe-law.net/practice/  Website: https://www.mccabe-law.net/   Connect with McCabe Law: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mccabelawfirm/    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janenemccabelaw/    TikTok: https://www.facebook.com/janenemccabelaw/    X: https://x.com/mccabelawfirm_   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mccabelawfirm/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mccabelawfirm   #CriminalTrial #CriminalDefense #BoulderCriminalLawyer #ColoradoLaw #KnowYourRights #CourtRoom #criminallaw  KEYWORDS  what to expect in court, criminal trial process explained, how criminal trials work, what TV gets wrong about trials, criminal defense attorney Boulder, courtroom tips for defendants, why criminal cases settle before trial, Boulder criminal lawyer podcast, Janene McCabe attorney, Colorado criminal law If this episode helped you understand what to expect in a courtroom, subscribe so you never miss an episode. Every week we break down the criminal justice process in plain language so you always know your rights. ABOUT THE SHOW  The Boulder Criminal Defense Lawyer Podcast with Janene McCabe breaks down the criminal justice system in plain, honest language. Hosted by Elena Nicole, each episode covers the questions people have but rarely know where to ask, from what defense attorneys actually do to how cases are investigated, built, and fought in court